Which of the Following Do Contractarians Assume About People in a State

question 47

Multiple Choice

Which of the following do contractarians assume about people in a state of nature?

• A) People would all be better off if everyone agreed to a set of rules that enable them to cooperate more effectively.
• B) People can reflect on their human nature to recognize what things are worth pursuing or promoting.
• C) People do not have any interactions with one another until a social contract is established.
• D) People would not abide by a social contract without the threat of punishment in the afterlife for violating that contract.

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Definitions:

Common Stock

Equity securities representing ownership in a corporation, entitling holders to a share of the profits in the form of dividends.

Dividends

Payments made to shareholders out of a company's profits or reserves, representing the shareholders' share in the earnings of the company.

Financing Method

Strategies or means by which a company or individual raises funds to support operations, investment activities, or expansions.

Selling Equipment

The process of disposing of business equipment by sale, often to recover costs or allocate resources elsewhere.